2001 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 130 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Grand Am | 1982 Ford Granada | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Grand Am | Granada |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 151 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |